Day 2 Highlights: Stunning Victories in Sub-Jr Men's National Hockey Championship
Synopsis
On April 2, an electrifying day unfolded at the 16th Hockey India Sub Junior Men National Championship 2026 in Rajgir, with Andhra Pradesh, Mizoram, Delhi, Telangana, and Chhattisgarh achieving remarkable wins. Discover the standout performances that shaped this thrilling competition.
Key Takeaways
Andhra Pradesh and Mizoram had commanding victories.
Telangana Hockey dominated with a record score of 20-0.
Strong individual performances were highlighted by several hat-tricks.
Delhi Hockey showcased offensive strength with a 9-1 win.
The championship is a platform for young talent in Indian hockey.
Rajgir, April 2 (NationPress) In an impressive display of skill, Andhra Pradesh, Mizoram, Delhi Hockey, Telangana Hockey, and Chhattisgarh Hockey achieved remarkable victories during the second day of the prestigious 16th Hockey India Sub Junior Men National Championship 2026, held at the Rajgir Hockey Stadium in Bihar on Thursday.
The day's first match saw Hockey Andhra Pradesh triumph with a score of 3-1 against Le Puducherry Hockey in Pool A of Division C. Key players included Surya Ganesh Kataru Pradeep (13’), Chaitanya Lanka Chaitanya Yesu (19’), and captain Maduru Ganga (27’), who all contributed to the winning efforts. For Le Puducherry Hockey, Dharshan (58’) managed to score their lone goal.
Next, Hockey Mizoram dominated Assam Hockey with an astounding 6-0 victory. Joseph Malsawmtluanga showcased his talent by scoring a hat-trick (5’, 33’, 54’), accompanied by goals from captain Malsawmkima (12’), Vanlalhmangaiha (38’), and Lalhmangaihzuala (48’).
In Pool A of Division B, Delhi Hockey crushed Hockey Bengal with a resounding 9-1 win. Aryan (4’, 14’), captain Yuvraj Singh (10’, 22’), Sushant Sehrawat (26’, 58’), and Siddharth (29’, 53’) each scored twice, while Luv (24’) contributed one more. Ayush Pradhan (13’) netted for Hockey Bengal.
Meanwhile, Telangana Hockey showcased their prowess by overpowering Hockey Gujarat with a staggering score of 20-0. Amit Dayal was the star, scoring an incredible 10 goals (5’, 21’, 22’, 37’, 41’, 47’, 50’, 52’, 55’, 56’). Other contributors included Hadrian Lawrance (2’, 20’), Harsh Kumar Gautme (4’, 7’), Akhil Gogula (24’, 34’), Gyaneshwar Pittala (12’), Pendor Dhanraj (26’), Eslavath Yuvaraj (35’), and Captain Yashith Jala Surya (44’).
In Pool B of Division B, Hockey Karnataka and Hockey Arunachal ended in a 2-2 draw. Adarsh Govind Mutagar (18’, 54’) scored for Hockey Karnataka, while Kumar Shashank (4’) and Ashwani Patel (45’) put points on the board for Hockey Arunachal.
The final match of the day saw Chhattisgarh Hockey defeat Hockey Himachal 7-2. Captain Piyush Kumar Sahu (30’, 38’, 60’) secured a hat-trick, with additional goals from Yogesh Thakur (39’), Om Kumar Yadav (47’), Aadrsh Raj Singh (51’), and Abhishek Yadav (53’). Sidhant Kaushal (13’) and Daksh (59’) were the scorers for Hockey Himachal.
Point of View
Promising an exciting future for the sport.
NationPress
11 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Which teams won on Day 2 of the championship?
Andhra Pradesh, Mizoram, Delhi, Telangana, and Chhattisgarh secured wins.
Where was the championship held?
The championship was held at the Rajgir Hockey Stadium in Bihar.
What were the standout performances on April 2?
Notable performances included Amit Dayal from Telangana scoring 10 goals.
What is the significance of the Hockey India Sub Junior Men National Championship?
It showcases the talent of young hockey players across India and promotes the sport.
What was the scoreline of the Telangana vs. Gujarat match?
Telangana Hockey won decisively with a score of 20-0.
